Difference between algorithm and program

Subject: PPS (Programming for Problem Solving)

Contributed By: Sanjay

Created At: February 3, 2025

Question:


Write the difference Between Algorithm and Program.

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Explanation:

Feature

Algorithm

Program

Definition

A step-by-step procedure to solve a problem.

A set of instructions written in a programming language to perform a task.

Nature

Conceptual (theoretical).

Practical (can be executed by a computer).

Language Used

Uses plain language or pseudocode.

Written in programming languages like Python, Java, C or C++.

Execution

Cannot be directly executed by a computer.

Can be compiled or interpreted and executed.

Dependency

Independent of any programming language.

Depends on a specific programming language.

Complexity

Simple and easy to understand.

Can be complex with syntax, data structures, and logic.

Modification

Easier to modify since it’s just a logical plan.

Harder to modify because it involves code and syntax.

Example

Steps to find the largest number in a list.

A C program to find the largest number in an array.

 

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